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Welcome to our one-stop shop for Arkansas homesteaders!
Whether you're tending to your land in the Ozarks or cultivating crops in the Delta,
our curated collection of research-based resources is tailored specifically for homesteading
in the Natural State. From time-tested techniques for maximizing your harvest to tips
for raising livestock in Arkansas's changeable climate, we've got you covered!
Homesteading-Related Events
Need additional info? Reach out to your local county office
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Additional Homesteading Resources
Vegetable Gardening
Gardening is key to increasing your self-sufficiency and reducing your dependence on store-bought produce.
Home Garden Fruit & Nut Production
Fruits and nuts demand top-notch management, especially for pests. Focus on site selection, choosing pest-resistant cultivars, and sticking to pest and cultural management practices.
Ask the Pest Crew
Whether it's wildlife, insects, weeds, or plant disease, this team can offer guidance for your pest problems.
How to Sell Homemade Foods
Not all foods can be made at home and sold to the public. See what's covered under the Arkansas Food Freedom Act.
Homemade Cleaner Recipes
Homemade cleaners are great alternatives to store bought and are less likely to cause irritation. Use our cost-effective DIY cleaning recipes to maintain a clean and green homestead.
Backyard Chickens
Backyard chickens offer a sustainable source of fresh eggs, natural pest control, and valuable fertilizer for gardens.
Livestock & Pasture Management
Raising livestock can be a fulfilling and sustainable part of a homesteading lifestyle. Find resources for a variety of animals including cattle, horses, chickens, swine, sheep, goats, and more.
Arkansas Produce Safety Workshops
Find training for fruit and vegetable producers, including small-scale farmers and backyard gardeners! We offer sessions to help meet FDA’s Produce Safety Rule requirements and workshops to improve produce washing.
Homesteading Publications
- Resiliency Cookbook
- Household Account Record
- Legal Language for Property Owners
- Living Resourcefully With Reduced Income
- Arkansas Common Landscape Problems
- Arkansas Farm Pond Management Calendar
Need homesteading advice?
Our agents are here to help free of charge. You can find our offices in all 75 Arkansas counties!
Who are we?
We are the UA System Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service (Arkansas Extension).
We teach people to help themselves in all areas of their lives! Whether it's gardening, farming, wellness, 4-H youth development, and more!
See how we improve the lives of Arkansans.
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